On Saturday, the Parkway South Patriots were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 50-45 to the Rolla Bulldogs. While losing is never fun, the Patriots can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Missouri basketball rankings (they are ranked 163rd, while the Bulldogs are ranked 23rd).
Rolla's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Mariah Watkins, who shot 44% from the field on her way to 20 points and three steals. Watkins has been hot recently, having posted three or more steals the last three times she's played. Akaela Caquelin was another key player, putting up ten points along with six steals and five assists.
Parkway South now has a losing record of 9-10. As for Rolla, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 12 of their last 13 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 24-4 record this season.
Parkway South does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Rolla, they will face off against Marquette at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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